Package Delivery Driver

3-4 month contract with possibility for extension

Location:

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory – ONSITE

Pay: $43.69 per hour

Please reply with your resume.

• The position is fast‑paced and physical, involving continual vehicle entry/exit, lifting, lowering, and carrying packages weighing 25–35 lbs (up to 50 lbs). It requires making 50–150 stops per day with a handheld scanner.
• Drivers operate medium‑size package vans, liftgate trucks, and use equipment such as pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
• Strong commitment to safety and possession of DOT Hazmat certification and a Class "B" license with Haz Mat and airbrake endorsements are required.
• Must demonstrate safe driving, material handling practices, and comply with LBNL and Facilities policies and safety guidelines.

• Class B California Commercial Driver's license with Haz Mat and airbrake endorsements, and current medical card.
• Minimum one year of paid or regular package delivery driving experience.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and driving skills.
• Compliance with DOT requirements and Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal vehicle codes and transport laws.
• Experience operating medium‑size package vans, liftgate trucks, and forklifts up to 5 tons; forklift operator certification obtained upon hire.
• Physical ability: walk, lift up to 50 lbs, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, crouch, reach, handle with fingers, and meet vision and hearing requirements.
• Experience with cargo handling and documentation procedures.
• Expertise in equipment tie‑down and proper weight distribution.
• Knowledge of pre‑trip vehicle inspection procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently or in teams, develop own methods, use initiative, and make decisions within scope of work.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work flexibly in a changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills that include interacting effectively with team members and customers.
• Ability to follow processes, procedures, and policies.

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Familiarity with LBNL onsite and remote delivery locations, DOT safety standards, Property Management System, iBox barcode system, and tying down equipment loads.